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Monday, December 22, 2014
Pregnancy Discrimination
A jury in California has awarded a former AutoZone employee
$185 million for discrimination she faced at work while pregnant. The jury
found that the discrimination against this employee was systemic – extending all
the way to the corporate office – and therefore deserving a settlement that
helped set future corporate policy.
As with many other forms of workplace sexual harassment,
this employee was better served by taking legal action than trying to solve
things on her own. Many corporations have shown a willingness to dismiss or
further harass and humiliate employees who step forward, making it necessary to
seek legal representation as soon as possible following any type of workplace
discrimination.
The experienced employment law attorneys at The Cochran Firm
strongly believe that everyone is deserving of a safe and fair work environment.
If you believe your rights have been violated or if you have faced harassment
based on your sex, gender, or any other reason, we are here to take your case,
protect your rights, and help ensure that justice is served.
To schedule your free consultation with one of our sexual
harassment attorneys, please contact The Cochran
Firm today. We maintain offices throughout the country to provide legal
representation for workers across the nation.
posted by Admin at 10:58 AM
Monday, December 15, 2014
Chrysler Expands Recall
Like Honda
before them, Chrysler has announce an expansion of its recall for vehicles equipped
with Takata airbags. Adding nearly 281,000 vehicles to the recall list, Chrysler
maintains no injuries have been reported due to this particular airbag defect. The
company holds that its recall of what is now more than 617,500 vehicles is
precautionary only.
If you have been notified by Chrysler or another auto manufacturer
of a recall, be sure to visit your local dealership for recommended repairs.
There should be no charge for fixing defects, even if the car is no longer
under warranty.
Remember, recalls may help prevent legal action, but are not
a shield against liability when a defective vehicle
causes injury or death. If you or someone you love has been injured by a
defective vehicle or component part such as an airbag, the personal injury
attorneys at The Cochran Firm are here to help you get justice.
Our experienced attorneys focus on helping those injured by
negligent companies get fair treatment and full compensation. We would be happy
to meet with you free of charge to discuss your case and help you better
understand all of your options.
To discuss your case with one of our personal injury attorneys,
please contact
The Cochran Firm today. We have offices throughout the United States and
can even come to you if your injuries make travel difficult.
posted by Admin at 6:34 AM
Monday, December 8, 2014
Honda Expands Recall
Honda has recalled an additional three million vehicles due
to the risks associated with Takata airbags. Exploding airbag deflators manufactured
by Takata are blamed for at least five deaths in the United States. Honda,
Takata’s biggest customer, continues to recall vehicles that may be impacted by
this problem.
It is important to remember that a recall does not waive a
company’s liability when defective products cause harm.
Defective vehicles
injure and kill thousands of people every year. If you or someone you love has
suffered injury from a vehicle defect – including issues with airbags – you need
an experienced personal injury attorney on your side immediately to help ensure
justice is served.
The personal injury attorneys at The Cochran Firm have a
long and proud history of holding negligent corporations accountable and helping
victims get the true compensation they deserve. We welcome an opportunity to
meet with you free of charge to discuss your case, your rights, and the most
effective way to get the justice you are due.
To schedule your free consultation with one of our personal
injury attorneys, please contact The Cochran
Firm online or by calling (800) 843-3476 today. We maintain offices in
several major U.S. Cities, allowing us to meet the varied needs of people
living throughout the country.
posted by Admin at 9:28 AM
Monday, December 1, 2014
ATVs Pose “High Risk” of Injury and Death for Children
According to a study published in the November 24th
online edition of the journal Pediatrics,
“riding ATVs poses high risks of injury or death for children and teens.” The
study, conducted in part by researchers at University of Iowa Carver College of
Medicine in Iowa City, found that 95 percent of all ATV-related deaths were suffered
by children riding adult-sized vehicles.
The study’s authors note that adult supervision is key to
helping prevent serious injury or death. However, they also note that, “engineering
improvements in safety, such as shorter seats and requirements to meet
stability and crashworthiness standards, would help prevent injuries.”
All ATV Accidents deserve a full investigation from an experienced
personal injury
attorney. The attorneys at our firm have the resources necessary to
identify all causes of an accident and the tenacity required to help victims
get proper compensation.
If you have been injured or a loved one has been killed in
an ATV accident, please contact The Cochran
Firm today to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our experienced
attorneys. We maintain offices in several U.S. cities, better enabling us to
meet the varied needs of families throughout the country.
posted by Admin at 5:44 AM